2000 Dodge Questions and Answers

You will not have to make modifications to your 2000 Dodge Dakota to install Curt front mount receiver # 31080. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you so you can see how the hitch installs.
The hitch can potentially get in the way of making it easy to get to the oil filter on the truck but we have not had any customers complain about that issue.
Some models of the truck will have an optional skid plate and if present that may need to be trimmed for the hitch...view full answer...

The Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar # RM-1129-111 that you referenced has been confirmed to fit the 2000 Dodge 3500 Van and Cut-Away van chassis that your 2001 Pleasure Way Lexor MP4 was designed on so I can recommend it for you.
The diameter of this sway bar is 1-3/8 inches which would work great for you. Going with too thick of a sway bar will cause a very harsh ride and will reduce turning radius.
We are in Wentzville so if you wanted to come on by that would be more than feasible....view full answer...

If your 2000 Dodge Ram 1500 is a 2 wheel drive truck and has a suspension drop the correct kit you would need is the part # AL59103. If you have a 4 wheel drive truck you would instead want the part # F2517.
If you lowered your truck with like drop spindles or some other way that doesn't affect the suspension you would instead want a kit like part # AL59501.
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To see exactly how the Westin Safari Light Bar with Installation Kit # 30-0005-1085 will install on your 2000 Dodge Durango check out the installation instructions link I have attached. It will walk you through the entire process.view full answer...

Yes, the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector # HM42190 that you referenced will work as a 7-way replacement for your 2000 Dodge Ram 3500. It sounds like the dealer gave you a Mopar replacement part number that would also work. The # HM42190 is an aftermarket solution that will work just as well and will most likely cost less.
I attached a review video for you to check out as well.view full answer...

You will need a tonneau cover that installs on the insides of the bed rails. In other words it cannot rest on top of the bed sides. I have included a link to the tonneau covers we carry that fit this description.
Then you will need a ladder rack that does not clamp to the bed sides. There is one option that will work, the TracRac sliding ladder rack # TA21501-02. I have linked a video review of this ladder rack for you.
Please note that it is possible that on a ladder rack like this...view full answer...

We don't have any front mounted hitches or bike racks available for your 2000 Dodge Camper Van. The best option I could list for you would be to go with a rear mounted hitch and bike rack.
For a hitch I would recommend the # 13015 if you don't have one already.
For a bike rack you should check out the Swagman XTC2 part # S64670. This is a great rack at a great price that our customers have left a ton of positive reviews for. Check out the review video I attached for more info.view full answer...

Yes! We currently offer the Swift hitch portable camera system # SH02.
The Swift hitch backup camera # SH02 is a nice tool when backing up to hook up your trailer. You can even use it as a back-up camera for your vehicle.
It has a 10-hour battery life, water-resistant, and built-in infrared lights allowing up to 15 feet of night vision range.
Note that any wireless device that operates on 2.4 GHz (like a Bluetooth or in-car internet) can interfere with the reception quality of...view full answer...

We have a solution for you. The Draw Tite Hitch part # 41910 that you referenced has been confirmed to fit your 2000 Dodge Ram Van 3500 and is a Class IV hitch. Also, this hitch won't require drilling.
If you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # EBMK2216. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and...view full answer...

The Edge Evolution CTS Programmer # EP85200 has been confirmed to fit your 2015 Ford Super Duty F-250 or F-350 so I would recommend it for you.
It will give you up to 109 horsepower plus 234 ft. lbs of torque.
This also will let you monitor up to 8 engine parameters on the touch screen display while you are driving.
If you don't like touch screen you can use the CS version which is part # EP85100. This has a lower price and a slightly smaller display. Same gains though.view full answer...

We do have the part you are looking for. On our site it is part # AT75029. This is the gear kit that has the 12 and 16 tooth gear kits like you said you need.
The # AT75030 that you also referenced is the correct kit if you have 15 tooth bevel gears.view full answer...

The bars are right at 31-1/2 inches long. The ball sits about 1 inch closer to the trailer, which would place the chain hanger brackets on the trailer frame about 32 to 32-1/2inches rearward of the trailer ball. If there's propane tanks or other obstructions that would prevent installation of the brackets at this spot, you could use a bolt-on bracket kit, part # RP58305. Because the bolt-on brackets aren't moveable, you'd install and remove the chains a bit differently.
You would hitch...view full answer...

The Brophy camper tie downs # HSSF do not have a specific truck fit list, just some possible exclusions. They will not fit the following:
Will not fit step side beds or some double-wall beds
Will not fit some Dually beds
Will not fit some import trucks
Will not fit 2004-2008 Ford F-150 Pickups
Your 2000 Dodge Dakota does not fit into these categories so you would look at the video review and instructions linked to the right and compare them to your truck bed to determine if they...view full answer...

All four of the aftermarket rear bumpers we offer for the 2000 Dodge Dakota can be seen on the link at right. You are correct that two of these are excluded for the Quad Cab version, the Westin Fey Diamondstep bumpers # 63000-93800 and # 73000-93800. These are custom-fit bumpers intended to bolt on without drilling, and the normal mounting holes for these are not accessible on the Quad Cabs.
The other two Westin bumpers from their Perfect Match Series, grey # 32012 and chrome # 31012,...view full answer...

I am glad your Curt Hitch and Darby Extend a Truck Hitch Mounted Load Extender part # DTA944 are working well on your 2000 Dodge Dakota!
For locking hitch pins that you could use on the hitch and the # DTA944 you could use the part # 7683 for the hitch and then the part # BD580400 for the upright portion of the # DTA944.view full answer...

Yes, according to my contact at Westin, their Fey Diamondstep Rear Bumper # 63000 is a fit for your 2000 Dodge Dakota Sport Extended Cab and you will also need the installation kit. For both items you can order part # 63000-93800.view full answer...

The problem with the Dakota Sport mirrors is that they are smaller than most truck mirrors, they are more similar to a car's mirror and that is why the custom towing mirrors for Dakotas don't fit them.
The part # 11953 that you referenced is a universal mirror that could work for you as long as your mirror is between 7 and 10 inches in height.
Another option you have is the K Source Universal Clip-On Towing Mirror, part # KS3891. As long as you have a lip on the edge of your mirrors,...view full answer...

To choose a weight distribution system, you'll need to first determine the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of your trailer. To that figure, add the weight of any gear stowed in the cargo area of the SUV or truck bed behind the rear axle. I've linked to an FAQ article that explains how to do this. These combined figures comprise the Total Tongue Weight (TTW) of your set-up. The TTW of your trailer should fall as close as possible to the middle of the effective range of the weight...view full answer...

There are some tests you can perform to determine where the problem is. In the truck cab you will need to sever the blue wire several inches from the back of the controller. Then use a circuit tester such as # 3808 to test the end of the blue wire coming out of the controller. It should only have power when you apply the manual override (or brake pedal on some controllers). If it shows power at idle then there is something wrong with the controller and it will need to be replaced.
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The first thing you are going to want to do is consult the 2000 Dodge Durango owners manual for the towing capacities of the vehicle. From what I could find the max towing capacity of the vehicle is 7,350 pounds.
Another possible issue is the tongue weight of the trailer which is typically 10 to 15 percent of the gross trailer weight. A trailer weighing 9,000 pounds would have a tongue weight of 900 to 1,350 pounds. Both the trailer hitch and the vehicle would have to be rated at least...view full answer...

I don't show the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Diesel Gauge/Tuner part # BY40420 to be a fit with your 2000 Dodge Ram Pickup.
However, I do have a solution for you. For a programmer that will allow engine tuning, enhance horsepower and torque, and help maximize fuel economy, we have the Superchips VIVID Performance Tuner and Android Device, # SU538550, that is compatible with your 2000 Ram Pickup.
I have linked to the installation details for the Superchips Tuner for you to check out.view full answer...

Any time a load extender has height adjustability or a folding feature there is going to be movement. There is no way around it. But there are thing you can do to limit the movement.
The Thule Goalpost, # TH997 is going to be your best bet. It is height adjustable from 54-1/2 to 66 inches. It comes with a threaded hitch bolt that will limit movement. To further limit movement at the bottom of the carrier you can use anti-rattle device # RM-061. You would tighten it first and then the...view full answer...

Yes, the Air Lift Ride Control Air Helper Springs # AL59529 that you referenced will work on your 2000 Dodge Durango, but since you have a 2 inch lift you will also need the Air Lift Lock-N-Lift Spacers # AL52130.
The # AL52130 is basically a 2 inch spacer that allows the # AL59529 to work by taking up the additional space your lift kit created.
I attached installation instructions for you to check out also.view full answer...

The Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3020-P that you referenced is a correct fit for your 2000 Dodge Dakota. Since your truck has the factory installed tow package all you will need in addition to the harness is a brake controller, such as the excellent Tekonsha Prodigy P2 # 90885.
This easy-to-use unit offers reliable operation and is among our most popular brake controllers. For you reference I have linked the written instructions as well as a video...view full answer...

There were 3 possible transmissions that could be on your 2000 Dodge Caravan. The 41TE is a 4-speed and its return line is the one in the front of the transmission. The A31TH is a 3-speed and its return line is the one on the top of the transmission.
There is another 3-speed, A670, but I cannot find the information on which line is its return line.
If you are not sure which transmission you have you can start up the van, keep your foot on the brake, and shift into drive for about...view full answer...

I checked with Roadmaster and they do not show any restrictions for the 2000 Dodge Dakota and the Even Brake, # RM-9400, so you can use it with your truck. You will want to consult the vehicle owners manual for specific information on flat towing the truck.
Most states do require a supplemental braking system when flat towing. The Even Brake is a proportional system that will apply the Dakota brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop...view full answer...

It sounds like your vehicle has a 7-way connector and the trailer you plan on towing has a 4-way or the rental company you plan on using requires the use of unique adapters for their trailers. All you would need to connect your 2000 Dodge Durango to the wiring of the trailer is the correct adapter.
If you need a 4-way I recommend the Pollak 7 Pole to 4 Pole Adapter # PK12716. I attached a review video for this product for you to check out also.
Sometimes rental trailer companies will...view full answer...

All breakaway switches are designed to be wired to the positive terminal of a 12 volt battery and to the vehicles electric brake circuit. The switch can be wired to your trailer battery if you did not want to purchase a separate breakaway battery.
The Hopkins LED Breakaway Switch, # HM20060, has three wires because it has an LED light in the switch. The ground is for the LED light, not the brake switch. When the pin is pulled, power would still be fed to the electric brake circuit....view full answer...